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Volvo EX40 vs Alpine A390 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (442 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX40 or Alpine A390?

Volvo EX40

Alpine A390

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EX40

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Volvo EX40 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15009 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EX40: with 16.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Alpine A390 with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 performs minimal better – achieving up to 576 km, about 21 km more than the Alpine A390.

EX40

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Alpine A390 has a slight edge – offering 470 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A390 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Volvo EX40 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Alpine A390 performs somewhat better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A390 pulls slightly stronger with 824 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 154 Nm difference.

EX40

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Volvo EX40 is slight lighter – 2040 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Alpine A390 offers noticeable more room – 532 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A390 performs a bit better – up to 1643 L, which is about 243 L more than the Volvo EX40.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alpine A390 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Volvo EX40
Alpine A390

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Alpine A390

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 400 - 470 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 - 19.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 515 - 555 km

Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.

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Alpine A390

The Alpine A390 is the brand’s leap into the fast electric crossover arena, wrapping Dieppe’s lightweight ethos in a sleek, coupe-ish body with real everyday usability. If the steering and chassis feel echo the A110, this could be the enthusiast’s family EV—subtle, sharp, and très chic, with enough theatre to make the school run feel like a pit lane exit.

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Volvo EX40
Alpine A390

Costs and Consumption

Price
42800 - 58200 £
Price
57900 - 66900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Electric Range
515 - 555 km
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
89 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2040 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
2121 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4440 mm
Length
4615 mm
Width
1863 mm
Width
1885 mm
Height
1647 mm
Height
1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
Max trunk capacity
1643 L
Payload
430 - 480 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Alpine
Is the Volvo EX40 offered with different drivetrains?

The Volvo EX40 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.